Payroll Specialist

Position Summary The Payroll Specialist shares the payroll process for the organization‘s multi-state weekly payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Duties & Responsibilities Shared responsibility for processing and auditing weekly payroll for up to 1,000 employees in 5different company codes to ensure accuracy before transmissionMake necessary adjustments or corrections through journal entries or other establishedproceduresGenerate weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports of earnings, taxes, and deductionsExercise judgment within defined procedures and propose appropriate solutionsAdherence to all relevant payroll, employment, income tax laws, regulations, and operatingguidelinesEnsure that all ADP general ledger payroll interfaces and uploads are accurateRespond to payroll inquiries and report requests from internal stakeholdersRegister with required jurisdictions to ensure tax compliance as neededHandle all ADP payroll invoices, problems, improvements, implementation of any new system,upgrades or module(s)Perform year-end tasks, record fringe benefits, process special runs and adjustmentsTrouble shoot time clock issues and replace when neededRegularly identify process improvements leading to greater department efficienciesResponds to requests for information necessary for compliance with audits and the annualbudgetReconcile the employee receivables account monthlyMonthly entries in the general ledger for various payroll and accrual entriesCorporate credit card administrator – responsible for ordering/cancelling credit cards, monthlyreporting, miscellaneous reporting inquiriesSupport the HR team and maintain an effective working relationshipAble to anticipate and independently solve problemsSpecial payroll and accounting projects as needed Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferredA combination of training and experience considered equal to the above Experience/Skills/Abilities Required 5+ years of experience in a similar size companyKnowledge of ADP Workforce NowBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferredA combination of training and experience considered equal to the aboveProficient in Microsoft particularly ExcelHigh degree of professionalismAbility to deal sensitively with confidential materialExcellent interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills Work Environment/Physical Demands Office, fabrication and manufacturing shops – moderate to loud noise level. This position regularly requires standing; walking; sitting; use hands; reaching with hands and arms; and talking and/or hearing. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities. WE ARE A DRUGFREE WORKPLACE